Triceps Pushdown - Full Extension Bar Attachment
Differentiation: Mechanics
This variation of a Triceps Pushdown is unique. Here is how: you use a Full Extension Bar attachment. This attachment places your hands at an angle | that forces the long head of your triceps to work harder. A Full Extension Bar offers similar angles, | but is not the same as a V-bar attachment. A V-bar attachment is fixed at one angle. A Full Extension bar is able to swivel to multiple desired angles. We recommend using the angle shown in our photos, | as it promotes the most growth in your triceps.
Starting Position
To get into starting position, do this...
1) Set the pulley at its highest setting.
2) Locate a cable machine.
3) Obtain a Full-Extension Triceps Bar attachment.
4) ...and clip the attachment onto the pulley hook.
5) Grasp each end of the attachment - using an overhand grip.
6) Your thumbs will be highest on the attachment, with other fingers beneath.
7) Straighten your back.
8) ...and bring your elbows in, so they touch the sides of your torso.
9) Your forearms should be roughly parallel to the floor.
10) Place your feet about shoulder-width apart for stability,
11) with a slight bend at your hips.
Main Mechanics
Once in starting position, do this...
1) This is the starting position.
2) Exhale while pushing the handle attachment down
3) ...until your arms are fully-extended and pointing toward the floor.
4) This is the ending position.
5) Hold this position for a count of one second.
6) Inhale while gradually allowing the handle attachment to retract upward to starting position.
7) Repeat reps for a full set.
Proper Form
There is nothing that needs special attention.
Gear Advice
We have no advice on gear for this exercise.
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